Spring Pea Soup Ham Turkey (Printable Version)
Comforting blend of spring peas, smoked ham, and turkey in a creamy, savory bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 3.5 ounces smoked ham, diced
02 - 5.25 ounces cooked turkey breast, diced
→ Vegetables
03 - 14 ounces fresh or frozen spring peas
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 medium carrot, diced
06 - 1 celery stalk, diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
08 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
→ Optional
14 - 2 tablespoons crème fraîche or sour cream (for serving)
15 - Crusty bread (to serve)
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; sauté 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
03 - Add diced ham and turkey; cook 2 minutes until lightly browned and heated through.
04 - Pour in peas, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to gentle boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered 15 minutes until peas are tender.
05 - Remove one-third of soup and blend until smooth using immersion or countertop blender. Return purée to pot and stir to combine for creamy yet chunky consistency.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in fresh parsley until evenly distributed.
07 - Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top with dollop of crème fraîche or sour cream and extra parsley if desired. Serve with crusty bread.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That incredible moment when smoky and sweet decide to dance together in your bowl
- Ready in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
- The kind of soup that somehow feels light enough for spring yet comforting enough for a rainy day
02 -
- Blending hot soup requires caution so either let it cool slightly or vent your blender regularly to avoid explosive steam situations.
- The partial blending technique is what makes this soup feel luxurious without needing any actual cream.
03 -
- If using frozen peas add them straight from frozen no need to thaw first as they actually hold their texture better that way.
- Making this ahead of time actually improves the flavor so feel free to make it in the morning and gently reheat before dinner.